Full-Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Memphis City
Overview
Find out how to visit Egypt's most famous pyramids located on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of Cairo. How to get there and everything you need to know to enjoy this activity. A visit to the pyramids (Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure) is combined with a visit to the Great Sphinx, as they are all located on the same archaeological site.
The three pyramids of Giza are surely the first structures that come to mind when thinking about a trip to Egypt. The Giza Plateau is a vast complex of tombs. Its largest pyramids were built in the 25th century BC, according to archaeological research. The three main pyramids, from largest to smallest. That's why we've arranged an enjoyable trip to the Pyramids of Giza for you to enjoy your trip to Egypt.
On this tour, we will also take you to some of Memphis's most extraordinary funeral monuments. It comprises the preserved ruins of the former capital Memphis. The remains of the great temple of Ptah and its premises are displayed as an open-air museum located near the great colossus of Rameses II, which originally marked the southern axis of the temple. It is a giant statue of the pharaoh carved of limestone, about 10 meters in length. It was discovered in 1820 near the southern gate of the temple of Ptah by the Italian archaeologist Giovanni Caviglia. Discover more with our guide.
Find out how to visit Egypt's most famous pyramids located on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of Cairo. How to get there and everything you need to know to enjoy this activity. A visit to the pyramids (Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure) is combined with a visit to the Great Sphinx, as they are all located on the same archaeological site.
The three pyramids of Giza are surely the first structures that come to mind when thinking about a trip to Egypt. The Giza Plateau is a vast complex of tombs. Its largest pyramids were built in the 25th century BC, according to archaeological research. The three main pyramids, from largest to smallest. That's why we've arranged an enjoyable trip to the Pyramids of Giza for you to enjoy your trip to Egypt.
On this tour, we will also take you to some of Memphis's most extraordinary funeral monuments. It comprises the preserved ruins of the former capital Memphis. The remains of the great temple of Ptah and its premises are displayed as an open-air museum located near the great colossus of Rameses II, which originally marked the southern axis of the temple. It is a giant statue of the pharaoh carved of limestone, about 10 meters in length. It was discovered in 1820 near the southern gate of the temple of Ptah by the Italian archaeologist Giovanni Caviglia. Discover more with our guide.
Inclusion
- Transportation services are provided by our representative to and from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
- The Giza Pyramids and Memphis City Day Tour includes admission fees.
- Lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the pyramids
- During your Cairo Trips, a dedicated English-speaking guide will accompany you.
- A bottle of water are included with your Cairo day trips.
- Shopping excursions in Giza or Cairo (if you ask).
- All service charges and taxes are included in the pricing.
Exclusion
- Any extras not listed in the itinerary provided by Egypt Tours.
- Entering the Great Pyramid from inside.
- Giza Pyramids on a camel ride.
- The cost of the tour does not include tipping or appreciation.
- Drinks while eating.
- Since tourist attractions close at 3:00 pm during Ramadan, excursions typically begin an hour early.
- Prices are available for Egypt Easter tours and Egypt Christmas and New Year tours.
Itinerary
In the morning our entire team will be with you - driver, representative and guide - to visit the Giza Pyramids. Giza is the third largest city in Egypt after Cairo and Alexandria. It is located on the west bank of the Nile river, some 20 km southwest of central Cairo. We start by visiting the Pyramid of Khufu and getting to know it. Then we move to the Pyramid of Khafre.
King Khafre is the owner of the second pyramid at Giza plateau. It has been suggested that the pyramid was originally intended to be larger in its base and a change in its plan from a larger to a smaller pyra-mid base occurred, that resulted in portcullis closure system that were built into the beginning of the lower and upper horizontal corridors.
By the regional bus we go to the Sphinx. The face was represented by the traditional signs of royalty: Nemes headdress, cobra on the forehead and the beard, now displayed at the British Museum. There was a hole on the top of the head which may have been a socket for attaching a crown, but it has been filled with ment in the modern times. The face gives the impression of being a portrait of Chephren although there is a theory that suggests that it's the face of Cheops.
After visiting Menkaure, we move on to the city of Memphis. It comprises the preserved ruins of the former capital Memphis. The remains of the great temple of Ptah and its premises are displayed as an open-air museum located near the great colossus of Rameses II, which originally marked the southern axis of the temple. It is a giant statue of the pharaoh carved of limestone, about 10 meters in length. It was discovered in 1820 near the southern gate of the temple of Ptah by the Italian archaeologist Giovanni Caviglia. Because the base and feet of the sculpture are broken off from the rest of the body, it is currently dis-played lying on its back. Some of the colours are still partially preserved, but the beauty of this statue lies in its flawless detail of human anatomy.
The colossus was one of a pair that historically adorned the eastern entrance to the temple of Ptah. Its twin found in the same year also by Caviglia, was restored in the 1950s to its full standing height of 11 meters. The Bab Al-Hadid area in Cairo, which was later renamed Ramses area, was the site of the Giit's initial exhibition. The vast cemetery complex is called Za Plateau.Considered an unsuitable location, it was moved in 2006 to a temporary location in Giza, where it was restored.
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $130 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $85 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $75 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $65 Per Person |
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Winter Hours (October 1 to March 31): Open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Summer Hours (April 1 to September 30): Open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Please note that these hours are subject to change, and it's essential to verify the current schedule before planning your visit. Also, there may be specific restrictions or closures due to renovation or maintenance work, so checking in advance is advisable.
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- Luxor.
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